Texas measles outbreak grows to 90 cases, rising from 58 in just 3 days
The measles outbreak in Texas has escalated sharply to 90 cases as health officials worry about the spread to more communities.
Could Texas measles outbreak spread to New Jersey? How many cases of measles are in NJ?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that, as of Feb. 20, measles cases have been reported in Alaska, California, Georgia, New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island. For school year 2023-24 an estimated 93.2% of children were vaccinated in New Jersey, says the CDC.
Texas Measles Cases Rises to 146 in an Outbreak That Led to a Child's Death
Texas health officials say the number of people with measles has increased to 146 in rural West Texas outbreak that led this week to the death of a school-aged child who was not vaccinated
What to know about the deadly measles outbreak infecting Texas children
Measles was considered to be eliminted in the U.S. in 2000, thanks to vaccine developments. But vaccination rates have dropped since the covid pandemic began.
Amid growing Texas outbreak, how contagious is measles?
Measles is one of the most contagious viruses known to humans, experts say. Measles has been spreading across the U.S. for the last several weeks, sickening people in at least nine states amid a growing outbreak in western Texas.
Measles Outbreak in Texas Claims Life of Unvaccinated Child
New numbers have been released by the DSHS regarding the measles outbreak in Gaines County and the surrounding communities: 124 individuals, including at least 101 children and 18
As Texas measles outbreak grows, here's what to know about the disease, vaccines and response
The measles outbreak in Texas has quickly grown to 146 cases. One child has died. NBC News answers readers' questions about the disease, vaccines and government response.
After dismissing outbreak as ‘not unusual,’ RFK Jr. says ending measles in Texas is ‘top priority’
I recognize the serious impact of this outbreak on families, children, and healthcare workers,” Kennedy wrote on X Friday night.
New Jersey school that helps individuals with special needs welcomes its first-ever therapy dog
Students at a private school in Woodbury, New Jersey welcome Georgia, a 2-year-old bernedoodle, its first-ever therapy dog.
Port of Savannah now the East Coast's fastest growing. GPA shows no signs of slowing
The Georgia Ports Authority shows no signs of slowing growth with its $4 billion in planned investments for coming years.
Joann fabrics will now close all 11 NJ stores amid bankruptcy
In collaboration with the new ownership group, the Hudson, Ohio-based retailer announced it will shut down operations at all ...
Ice cream cookie sandwich shop opening in Central Jersey – and giving away free desserts
The Baked Bear was founded in 2013 by childhood friends Rob Robbins and Shane Stanger who left their former careers to open ...
George Norcross' racketeering indictment dismissed as New Jersey's top prosecutor vows to appeal
A New Jersey judge accepted George Norcross' motion to dismiss an indictment against him, though the legal battle is not over ...